Materials
ARIS introduces polymer-free ceramic composite
Fireproof, lightweight ceramic material ALEC2 is highly sustainable, suitable for manufacturing a variety of aerospace products, as well as marine and other industries.
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DITF researches lignin-based protective coating for natural fiber geotextiles
The bio-based coating was applied to yarns and textile surfaces to extend service life with positive results, suggesting its future application in civil engineering.
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Segula Technologies initiates Z-WasTEK project for composite recycling, repair
The combined use of 3R resin and the development of digital programs will target the repair and more responsible use of carbon fiber.
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Re:Build Manufacturing introduces line of CFRTP tubes, profiles
Available in a range of fiber reinforcements and thermoplastic matrices, Re:Build’s new product offerings provide an affordable, high-performance, high-volume production solution.
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Solvay releases SolvaLite grade to mitigate BEV thermal runaway
Fast-curing epoxy prepreg grade protects electric batteries from fire hazards, outperforming aluminum and discontinuous fiber composites in practical UL 2596 flammability tests.
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Plant tour: Daher Shap’in TechCenter and composites production plant, Saint-Aignan-de-Grandlieu, France
Co-located R&D and production advance OOA thermosets, thermoplastics, welding, recycling and digital technologies for faster processing and certification of lighter, more sustainable composites.
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Hexcel presents HexPly prepregs geared toward marine
New intermediate and high modulus HexPly M79 composite materials are optimized for best-in-class performance.
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Quantum Materials acquires Innegra portfolio of high-performance fibers
The strategic move strengthens Quantum’s position in the development of technical textile solutions for composites.
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DITF Denkendorf advances sustainable carbon fibers, oxide fibers for CMC and more
The German Institutes of Textile and Fiber Research are targeting more sustainable carbon fiber via low-pressure stabilization and bio-based precursors, and working with Saint-Gobain to commercialize oxide ceramic fibers for CMC.
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Bcomp ampliTex fabric is incorporated into bus A/C panels
Proof of concept project leads to the manufacture of more environmentally responsible natural fiber-based bus panels by automotive supplier Eberspächer.
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